- i was surprised to see that the big island they ended up seeking refuge on is taiwan!!
- 青青 is kind of annoying ngl. i was disappointed to not see their plot expand in the ending. 袁承志 never really confessed his romantic love to her.
- i like how the book places a big emphasis on characters who don't even show up, to show their legacy and influence. 金蛇郎君 is one, and though the author says 袁崇煥 too, i didn't really feel him too much.